Family Law
We can provide advice on all aspects of family law to make the process of separation as painless as possible for you.
Relationship breakdown can be difficult and can have far reaching implications for you and your family. We can help ease the pain of separation by dealing sensitively and efficiently with all of the legal aspects of relationship breakdown. Our team of family law solicitors and legal executives have a wealth of knowledge and experience in all areas of family law.
How do I make an appointment?
Please contact one of our Family Law Team on 0800 387 927 or complete our E-mail Enquiry Form on our website. You can also come in to any of our offices to make an appointment to see us. We offer appointments at each of our three offices in Birkenhead, Heswall and West Kirby.
What do I need to bring to my appointment?
Please bring the following documents with you:-
- ID (to include photographic identification such as your driving license or passport and a recent utility bill or bank statement confirming your current address);
- If your enquiry is regarding divorce proceedings, your original marriage certificate.
- Any other documents you may have received regarding your case.
Can I arrange a late evening or a Saturday morning appointment?
Yes, we offer appointments at the below times and offices:
- All Offices Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
- Heswall Office Saturday mornings 9am to 12pm
- West Kirby Office Late evenings
What is the cost for an appointment?
We can offer you an initial free half hour consultation at any of our offices on the above times and days. We do not offer Legal Aid. Appointments made after our first meeting with you will be subject to a charge. Full details will be provided to you at your first appointment with us.
What if I need to cancel my appointment?
Please do let us know as soon as possible if you need to cancel or rearrange your appointment.
Our family law team at Lees specialise in divorce, ancillary relief proceedings, children disputes and co-habitation disputes. Ancillary relief is the term used to describe proceedings dealing with your finances and property, which is often the most complicated aspect of a case. Our family law department is well known for its expertise and experience in dealing with high net worth assets and complex circumstances.
We manage cases pro-actively with a high degree of sensitivity and integrity, whilst being fully appreciative of your needs at all times. You will benefit from our close links with other specialist departments within the firm who are available to assist as your case progresses with any other legal issues which arise, such as transferring or selling the family home, making a will, and tax planning.
Our team of qualified family law solicitors and legal executives have considerable knowledge gained through experience and a variety of memberships including the Family Law Panel, and Resolution (formerly the Solicitors Family Law Association), and a trained Collaborative Family Lawyer.
Our range of services includes:
- Representing the husband or wife within divorce proceedings (click here to see our 'Step by Step guide to divorce proceedings')
- Representing the husband or wife within ancillary relief or financial proceedings (click here to see our 'Step by Step guide to financial proceedings')
- Representing the parents or grandparents within Children Act proceedings
- Representing a co-habitee with respect to property or disputes (click here for more information on Co-habitee Disputes)
- Representing the parties in domestic violence proceedings (click here for more information on Domestic Violence)
- Representing the parties in civil partnership matters (click here to see our 'Step by step guide to civil partnerships')
We advise at all three of our offices, with a professional, friendly and personal service tailored to meet your individual needs